Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Catania's timezone is UTC+1, making Catania one hour ahead of Dublin.
Take your pick of five weekly Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flights. The 13:20 departure with Aer Lingus is the earliest available. Aer Lingus operates the latest service of the day at 14:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your DUB to CTA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Getting to Catania (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a snap with Aer Lingus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Aer Lingus on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between DUB and CTA:
Pisa International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Right now, £33 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £71. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from DUB to CTA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUB to CTA.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights leaving Dublin Airport, 72.87% land on time at their destination.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DUB? If you're catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
If you're landing on a late Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CTA:
Pick up a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and discover Catania and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to central Catania has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Catania. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Dublin Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Catania, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to CTA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Catania. Around 240 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
Palermo is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 100 miles north-west of Catania. No trip is complete without dropping by Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.